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Dr. Whitney Daniels, MD

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Daniels, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Whitney Daniels, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Daniels is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Daniels’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Daniels’s office at (408) 426-5590.

    Is Dr. Daniels board certified as a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Whitney Daniels, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Daniels speak?

    Dr. Daniels and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Daniels typically treat?

    As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Daniels diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Daniels. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Severe Stress Reaction
    • Stress
    • Extreme Stress Response
    • Traumatic Stress Reaction
    • Stress-Related Illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F439: Reaction to severe stress, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Psychosis
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic break
    • Mental break
    • Psychotic episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Does Dr. Daniels accept my insurance?

    Dr. Daniels accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 426-5590 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Daniels accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Daniels in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Daniels' office located?

    Dr. Whitney Daniels' Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (408) 426-5590

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    Dr. Whitney Daniels' Practice 2

    1195 W Fremont Ave

    Sunnyvale, CA 94087

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    What is Dr. Daniels's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Daniels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013138015.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Daniels?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Daniels

    What is Dr. Whitney Daniels's specialty?

    Dr. Daniels is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist near Palo Alto, CA.

    What does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist do?

    Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the unique developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents. Practitioners in this field undergo advanced training to diagnose and treat a wide range of disorders specific to these formative years.

    Is this Dr. Whitney Daniels affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Daniels is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Whitney Daniels accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Whitney Daniels is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Whitney Daniels offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Daniels's office at (408) 426-5590 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Whitney Daniels?

    Please contact Dr. Daniels's office at (408) 426-5590 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Whitney Daniels have?

    Dr. Whitney Daniels is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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